eukaryotic or prokaryotic

complex

animal, plant

smaller, simpler

bacteria

eukaryotic cells

prokaryotic cell

single-celled organisms, single celled organisms

subcellular structures

organelles

nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane, mitochondria , ribosomes

nucleus, cytoplasm, cell membrane, mitochondria , ribosomes, cell wall, large vacuole, chloroplasts

animal

plant cell

contains genetic material that controls the activities of the cell. genetic material is arranged into chromosomes.

gel-like substance where most of the chemical reactions happen. it contains enzymes that control these chemical reactions.

holds the cell together and controls what goes in and out.

these are where most of the reactions for respiration take place. respiration transfers energy that the cell needs to work.

these are involved in translation of genetic material in the synthesis of proteins.

rigid and made of cellulose. it supports the cell and strengthens it.

contains cell sap, a weak solution of sugar and salts. it maintains the internal pressure to support the cell.

these are where photosynthesis occurs, which makes food for the plant. they contain a green substance called chlorophyll.

chromosomal DNA, ribosomes , plasmid DNA, flagellum, cell membrane

yes

bacteria cell